The best short- and long-term investments right now
By the end of 2021, the S&P 500 had risen 26.61% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average had grown by 18.65%. For those who had just …
The biggest lottery payouts in US history
A single ticket purchased in Chicago suburb Des Plaines won the $1.337 billion Mega Millions jackpot in a July drawing. The winning ticket was purchased at a Speedway …
15 horrible money moves & how to overcome them
While bad financial decisions can set you back, it’s important to remember that mistakes can also be an opportunity to learn and grow. While you can’t …
American savings are dwindling on inflation worries
Many Americans are increasingly fearful that the economy is approaching a recession. For many, that means it’s time to start saving again. The latest MagnifyMoney Savings …
This career will see huge growth as Boomers age
The U.S. is expected to experience an increase in demand for medical care — a trend that will be shaped by a demographic shift some call the …
Crab-infused whiskey exists. Here’s why you need to try it
Invasive species threaten native species by crowding them out or taking over much of the available resources the native species need to survive. While experts have …
World’s highest grossing retailers (no, Amazon isn’t at the top)
Walmart is the top-selling company in the world, turning over around $573 billion in annual revenue. This is according to the Statista company database Company DB. The company in second …
Job hunting? 12 tips for your next Zoom interview
Congratulations — you’ve submitted your resume (and maybe a cover letter, too), and now you’ve landed a Zoom interview. The interview is a crucial part of the …
These global airports had the most delayed flights this summer
Although international air travel has bounced back faster than expected from the pandemic, the industry is still yet to fully recover following all of the staffing shortages …
Want to change careers? 5 critical first steps
It’s always difficult when you feel like you’ve hit a dead end in your career. Maybe you’re no longer challenged by what you do and …
Multiple IRAs: What you need to know
Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) are a great way to save and invest for retirement. One of the biggest advantages of IRAs is that they are …
Bought a home with undisclosed flaws? Sue the inspector, not the seller
Your new home has a septic tank instead of being connected to the sewer. Or, something ominous is lurking underneath your floorboards, like termites, rodents …
Cheesy gouda scalloped potatoes
Cheesy scalloped potatoes – An oh-so-creamy, indulgent potato side dish with fresh thyme, earthy garlic, rich gouda, parmesan, and thinly sliced Yukon gold potatoes. No …
10 expenses that new homebuyers often forget to budget for
After you purchase a new home, there are many things to budget for, such as moving costs, new furniture, and of course, ongoing expenses such as …
Here’s what Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan could look like
Ahead of the 2020 election, President Joe Biden made student loan forgiveness a focus of his campaign. On Wednesday, his administration moved forward with plans …
Thermos-ready lunches perfect for back-to-school (or the office)
It’s time for the kids to head back to school, but it’s not just the kids that will be packing lunches. Here are 15 thermos-ready lunches …
Woodstock’s top performers actually made pretty good money
In the summer of 1969, four days changed everything the world thought it knew about music. The Woodstock Music and Art Fair took place Aug. 15 …
The best crackers to pair with cheese, according to the experts
Like bacon and eggs, peanut butter and jelly or spaghetti and meatballs, cheese and crackers are a classic American food pairing. But just as there …
Leather made from pineapple is a thing. Would you buy it?
Leather is everywhere – in our shoes, our purses and luggage, our winter jackets and stylish furniture – but its effect is seen globally. …
The richest NBA players of all time
Basketball is one of the most followed, most-watched, and most popular sports in America and globally. Not just that, the NBA generates about $7-$10 billion in …
Inflation could mean your house is underinsured. Here’s why
With home construction costs continuing to soar due to issues with the supply chain, labor shortages, and worsening natural disasters, many homeowners could be left underinsured. …
Blueberry lemon margaritas
As the weather warms up, we start dreaming about those balmy summer nights spent sipping on refreshing drinks. And for summertime cocktails, it’s hard to think …
Here’s how many people face charges for the Jan. 6 US Capitol breach
The first part of the January 6 Committee hearings is now finished (before continuing again in September), and has led to significant revelations regarding the build-up to …
7 genius ways to invest your money at any age
Becoming a successful investor doesn’t involve taking scary risks but building wealth slowly over time. Use these seven investing principles and you’ll never panic or wonder …
Are these robotic fish the secret to cleaning up our oceans?
One of the dangers posed by microplastic pollution in the oceans is that fish and other marine life might eat it by mistake. But could a solution to the …
15 wonderful memories of Robin Williams
Robin Williams was a comedy genius. Perhaps the pre-eminent comedy genius of our lifetimes, which made his death 8 years ago on Aug. 11, 2014, all …
18 money myths you need to stop believing
Even the most money-savvy person is likely to have some false beliefs about money. Maybe you were raised with misconceptions about finances, were given off-target advice …
Does your state have the worst healthcare in America?
Where you live may determine what kind of health care you can get — and how much you have to spend to get it. The cost of …
Terrifying jobs that no longer exist, thankfully
“When I grow up, I want to capture and sell rats from pubs!” Said no one in the 21st century ever (well, at least almost no …
9 things Americans say they can’t afford because of inflation
With inflation at the highest level since 1981 and wages not keeping pace, many Americans are struggling to make ends meet. And while a fresh poll from Morning Consult and …
